If you wish to write to them directly, they will provide a summary ofthe information in the form of a letter. Be sure to include with your written request thename of the person, including variations in spelling of names (VERY IMPORTANT), yourrelationship to the person; dates; and most importantly, the parish where the sacramentwas administered. Also be sure to explain what you are trying to find out and why.

The Archives only maintains records from closed parishes, faithcommunities, chapels, schools and other institutions. all church records are organized bychurch name only. If you do not know the name of the parish, a home address or the namesof major cross streets may aid in identifying the parish.

They do not charge for research, but they gratefully accept donations.Please include a stamped, legal size, pre-addressed return envelope.

1st Communion records for Guardian Angel are in Reg. #26, St. Albertus.

Grace Hospital (1937-1941) in Reg. #3 of St. Wencelaus.

If you anctipate that a lot of your research will involve Catholic institutions (including parishes, cemeteries, religious congregations, orphanages, etc.) within the Archdiocese of Detroit you may find it useful to purchase the Archdiocesan Directory. For information regarding the purchase of the Directory, please contact: The Catholic Book Store 1234 Washington Detroit, MI 48226 313-962-4490